Help prevent the spread of winter viruses

To help prevent the spread of winter viruses such as Covid-19, influenza and norovirus (winter vomiting bug), and to protect our patients and staff, please do not visit patients in our hospitals if you have: flu-like symptoms (cough, fever, cold); Covid-19 or influenza, or any other infections; diarrhoea and/or vomiting within the last two days.

What winter bug do I have? (opens in new tab)

Video guides for children

We have created a series of video guides to help prepare you and your child for your child's stay in hospital.

Whether they are undergoing a procedure or coming in for a diagnostic test, we hope these videos help to alleviate any concerns or worries your child might have about coming into hospital.

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Having a blood test

Preparing for surgery

Having an MRI scan